King Penguin

King penguins eat small fish, mainly lanternfish, and squid and rely less than most Southern Ocean predators on krill and other crustaceans. On foraging trips they repeatedly dive to over 100 metres , often over 200 metres . Thus the King Penguin dives far deeper than any other penguin, notably excluding their closest relative, the larger Emperor Penguin.

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The King Penguin is classified as Least Concern. Does not qualify for a more at risk category. Widespread and abundant taxa are included in this category.

The King Penguin (Aptenodytes patagonicus) is the second largest
species of penguin at about 11 to 16 kg (24 to 35 lb), second only to
the Emperor Penguin. There are two subspecies - A. p. patagonicus and
A. p. halli; patagonicus is found in the South Atlantic and halli
elsewhere.
King penguins eat small fish, mainly lanternfish, and squid and rely
less than most Southern Ocean predators on krill and other crustaceans. More

* The King penguin is the world's second largest penguin behind the
closely related Emperor.
* Unlike many other penguins, the King penguin runs with its feet as
opposed to hopping while on land.
* Kings breed in colonies of as many as 100,000 individuals with
each mating pair aggressively guarding their own space. More

King Penguins Infront of Gold Harbour Glacier
King Penguin, Sandy Bay, Macquarie
King Penguin Distribution Map
King Penguins (A. p. patagonicus)
King Penguin (A. p. halli)
King Penguin Distribution Map
Kings are the second largest penguins, only being surpassed by the
Emperors. Larger species have existed in the past, but are now
extinct. All other penguins are significantly smaller, with the 3rd
largest being the Gentoo. More

The King penguin is the second largest penguin. It is sometimes
confused with the larger Emperor penguin. The King penguin lives on
islands far to the north of the Antarctic continent where the Emperor
penguin lives. The King penguin has orange ear patches that are a
closed tear-drop shape; while the Emperor penguin has a yellow open
ear patch shape. Adults are 90 cm tall and weigh about 15-16 kg. More

Over 100,000 pairs of king penguins nest at Salisbury Plain, laying eggs in December and February, then alternating roles between foraging for food and caring for the egg or chick, Aptenodytes patagonicus
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King penguin colony and the Bay of Isles on the northern coast of South Georgia Island. Over 100,000 nesting pairs of king penguins reside here. Dark patches in the colony are groups of juveniles with fluffy brown plumage. More

King Penguins in a Mating Ritual March, South Georgia Island
King Penguins in a Mating Ritual March, South Georgia
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King penguins are one of the "classic" species that people think of
when the think of penguins. Along with Adelie penguins, and Emperor
penguins they have come to represent the whole group. More

King Penguin Description
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Many people are familiar with the King Penguin, as it is one species
that lives in warmer areas. It also has a body design that many people
find to be interesting. They can be up to three feet tall, and weigh
close to 35 pounds. For this particular species the males and the
females are almost the same size so you can’t use that as a factor for
determining who is who. More

At sea, King Penguins are usually found in ice-free waters. Telemetry
studies have shown that they forage particularly along the polar
front.
Migration and Vagrancy:
Due to the extended breeding cycle some birds can be found in the
colony at any time of the year. During winter, adults leave their
chicks unattended and may travel extensively before returning. More

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The King Penguin (Aptenodytes patagonicus) is the second largest
species of penguin at about 11 to 16 kg (24 to 35 lb), second only to
the Emperor Penguin. There are two subspecies - A. p. patagonicus and
A. p. halli; patagonicus is found in the South Atlantic and halli
elsewhere. More

King Penguin Description
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The King Penguin is quite large in its size, and that often gains it
plenty of attention. They are about three feet tall and 35 pounds as
adults. The males are larger than the males which is common with
animals in our society. They are extremely pretty and that is why so
many people like them. More

The King penguin is the second largest penguin. The King penguin is
about 3 feet tall. The King penguin weighs about 45 pounds. King
penguins look like they are wearing bright orange collars. They have
very long orange beaks.
Habitat:
King penguins live on the sub Antarctic islands.
Nests, eggs, and chicks:
King penguins lay eggs in rookeries along the shore. They only lay
eggs 2 times every 3 years. More

causing King Penguins to travel further distances in search of food
and ultimately resulting in an increase of penguin mortality.10 As
human activity continues to threaten the ice pack in this area, less
ice pack will be available to King penguins which will effectively
increase the interaction between penguins and some predators such as
Killer Whales. More

King Penguin (Aptenodytes patagonica) walking in formation on beach
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King Penguin, formerly known as Grey Matter, is just taking flight in
the Long Island area and beyond. Mixing classic covers with original
tunes, King Penguin is equally at home playing clubs, parties and
concerts.
King Penguin stands as a long-delayed reunion of a high school band
known as Grey Matter. More

King Penguins live on the subantarctic islands at the northern reaches
of Antarctica, as well as Tierra del Fuego, the Falkland Islands and
other temperate islands of the region.
The King penguin is the second largest penguin. It is sometimes
confused with the larger Emperor penguin.
Despite the specific name of 'patagonicus', King penguins no longer
breed in Patagonia, or indeed any other part of South America. More

King Penguins at South Georgia Island
King Penguins at South Georgia Island
Colony of King Penguins
Colony of King Penguins
King Penguin Range Map (Sub-Antarctic Islands)
King Penguin Range Map (Sub-Antarctic Islands)
King Penguins
Latin Name
Aptenodytes patagonicus
Conservation Status
Least Concern
Location
Sub Antarctic Islands & Antarctica
Colour
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King Penguins are found on sub-Antarctic and temperate-cool islands.
They breed on seven islands or island groups ranging from the Falkland
Islands and South Georgia in the southern Atlantic Ocean to Marion
Island, The Crozet Archipelago, Kerguelen and Heard Island in the
southern Indian Ocean to Macquarie Island in the southwest Pacific
Ocean.
Physical Characteristics
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King Penguin
Mass: 13 kg. Approximately 1metre (3') tall. More

Image: King Penguin in South Georgia Island
Courtesy of US National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration.
Author: Lieutenant Philip Hall, NOAA Corps
The first documentation of penguins date back to the 1600’s. They were
observed by explorers in the colder regions.
The word "Penguin" means "fat winged" one in Portuguese if you are
curious how these creatures got that name. Many agree that the name is
quite unique for such an unusual type of bird. More

Description: The King Penguin is the world's second largest penguin
species, reaching over three feet in height and weighing up to 35
pounds. King Penguins are very powerful swimmers and can easily reach
depths of over 700 feet.
The King Penguin looks somewhat like a smaller version of the Emperor
Penguin. It has a black head, neck, back, tail, and black wings
(flippers). It has white underparts with varying amounts of gold or
yellow toward the top of the breast. More

The king penguin is one of the largest of the 17 penguin species,
second only to the emperor penguin, and with its bold gray, silver,
black, white and orange plumage, it is also one of the most colorful.
This easily recognizable penguin is familiar in zoos and aquariums
worldwide, and a favorite species for many birders and non-birders
alike. More

The King Penguin is the second-largest penguin in the world. It stands
about 70 cm tall (30 in.) and weighs between 9 and 15 kg (20 lb. to 30
lb.).
King Penguins are often confused with Emperor Penguins because they
have similar colouration. Like most penguins, they have white bellies,
silver-grey backs and blackish heads. King Penguins are distinguished
from other penguins by the vibrant orange of their upper breast area
and an orange tear-shaped patch over each ear. More

King Penguin - Aptenodytes patagonicusKing penguins (Aptenodytes patagonicus) provide a real wildlife spectacle on the island of South Georgia, where 400,000 pairs breed. These birds were photographed at Royal Bay, South Georgia.
King penguin colony on South Georgia
King penguins (Aptenodytes patagonicus) provide a real wildlife spectacle on the island of South Georgia, where 400,000 pairs breed. These birds were photographed at Royal Bay, South Georgia.
King penguins on South Georgia
King penguins (Aptenodytes patagonicus) provide a real wildlife spectacle on the island of South Georgia, where 400,000 pairs breed. These birds were photographed at Royal Bay, South Georgia. More

The King penguin is the world's second largest penguin, with a typical
weight of 12 - 14kg, and an average length of 90cm. Length is measured
from the tip of the bill to the tip of the tail, in an outstretched
bird. This is a more reliable measurement than height, since it is not
affected by variations in stance. More